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Home My WebLink About02/26/26 CC MinutesCITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES February 12, 2026 6:00 PM Central Point City Hall, Council Chambers 140 S 3rd St, Central Point, OR www.centralpointoregon.gov 1 Meeting Called to Order 2 Pledge of Allegiance 3 Roll Call The following members were present: Mayor Taneea Browning, At Large Rob Hernandez, Ward I Neil Olsen, Ward IV Brian Whitaker, At Large Michael Quilty, Ward III Sarah Roberts The following members were absent: Ward II Kelley Johnson The following staff were also present: City Manager Chris Clayton, City Attorney Sydnee Dreyer, Parks and Public Works Director/Assistant City Manager Matt Samitore, Police Chief Scott Logue, Community Planner III Justin Gindlesperger, Park Planner Dave Jacobs, Planning Director (Remote) Stephanie Powers, and City Recorder/Assistant Finance Director Rachel Neuenschwander 4 Public Comments 5 Public Agency Comments 6 Consent Agenda A. Approval of January 22, 2026, Meeting Minutes Docusign Envelope ID: EB876E82-35D8-46B4-989F-D6B125597965 Central Point City Council February 12, 2026 Meeting Page 2 of 7 B. 2026 Arbor Week Proclamation C. 2026 PD Surplus Portable Radios Motion: Approve Moved By: Michael Quilty Seconded by: Brian Whitaker Roll Call: Members Taneea Browning, Rob Hernandez, Neil Olsen, Brian Whitaker, Michael Quilty, Sarah Roberts voted yes. 7 Items Removed from the Consent Agenda 8 Public Hearing A. 2026 Water System Development Charge Update Parks and Public Works Director/Assistant City Manager Matt Samitore presented the Water System Development Charge (SDC) update. The fee would increase from $1,552 to $3,037, primarily due to the doubling of waterline costs since COVID. The reimbursement fee is now zero because capacity-increasing debt must be subtracted from unused capacity. The fee increase aligns Central Point with comparable cities in the region, ensuring growth pays for itself rather than placing the burden on existing ratepayers. Matt Samitore also noted an updated Exhibit A was presented to Council to be included in the motion. Mayor Browning read the public hearing statement for both the Water & Parks System Development Charge Updates. No one came forward, and the hearing was closed. Motion: Approve Moved By: Michael Quilty Seconded by: Rob Hernandez Roll Call: Members Taneea Browning, Rob Hernandez, Neil Olsen, Brian Whitaker, Michael Quilty, Sarah Roberts voted yes. Michael Quilty moved to approve Resolution No. 1856, a Resolution Adopting Updated Water Capital Improvement Plan Docusign Envelope ID: EB876E82-35D8-46B4-989F-D6B125597965 Central Point City Council February 12, 2026 Meeting Page 3 of 7 and City’s Water System Development Charges including the amended Exhibit A as presented. B. 2026 Parks System Development Update Parks and Public Works Director/Assistant City Manager Matt Samitore presented the Parks System Development Charge (SDC) update. The fee would increase modestly from $2,445 to $2,805, with the last update having been in 2009. The fee increase maintains Central Point's middle-ranking position compared to other cities in the region. Motion: Approve Moved By: Sarah Roberts Seconded by: Neil Olsen Roll Call: Members Taneea Browning, Rob Hernandez, Neil Olsen, Brian Whitaker, Michael Quilty, Sarah Roberts voted yes. Sarah Roberts moved to approve Resolution No. 1857, a Resolution Adopting Updated Parks Capital Improvement Plan and Parks System Development Charges. 9 Ordinances and Resolutions A. Ordinance Amending in Part Central Point Municipal Code Titles 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, and 17 Relating to Consistent References to Master Fee Schedule and Repealing Chapter 5.33 Merchant Police and Private Detective, and Sections 3.16.040 Fire Department Charges, 8.03.050 Derelict Structure Fee, 10.16.030 Special Permits, 10.16.040 Immobilizing or Towing of Vehicles and 10.16.060 Immobilizer Fees City Attorney Sydnee Dreyer presented an ordinance to standardize fee references throughout the municipal code to enable creation of a master fee schedule. The ordinance also repeals obsolete sections, including those related to merchant police, fire department charges, and vehicle immobilization, as these services are either regulated by the state or no longer provided by the city. Motion: Approve Moved By: Michael Quilty Seconded by: Rob Hernandez Docusign Envelope ID: EB876E82-35D8-46B4-989F-D6B125597965 Central Point City Council February 12, 2026 Meeting Page 4 of 7 Roll Call: Members Taneea Browning, Rob Hernandez, Neil Olsen, Brian Whitaker, Michael Quilty, Sarah Roberts voted yes. Michael Quilty moved to forward the Ordinance Amending in Part Central Point Municipal Code Titles 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 16, and 17 Relating to Consistent References to Master Fee Schedule and Repealing Chapter 5.33 Merchant Police and Private Detective, and Sections 3.16.040 Fire Department Charges, 8.03.050 Derelict Structure Fee, 10.16.030 Special Permits, 10.16.040 Immobilizing or Towing of Vehicles and 10.16.060 Immobilizer Fees to a second reading. B. Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Sell Certain Surplus Real Property Located on Old Military Road (Map No. 372W08 Tax Lot 1900) Via Fixed Price Sale City Attorney Sydnee Dreyer presented a resolution to sell surplus property via a fixed-price sale for a minimum of $275,000, with a closing date of March 31st. The 7.17-acre property was previously declared surplus in 2021, but an earlier sale fell through. Th e city now has an interested purchaser. Motion: Approve Moved By: Sarah Roberts Seconded by: Michael Quilty Roll Call: Members Taneea Browning, Rob Hernandez, Neil Olsen, Brian Whitaker, Michael Quilty, Sarah Roberts voted yes. Sarah Roberts moved to approve Resolution No. 1858, a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Sell Certain Surplus Real Property Located on Old Military Road (Map No. 372W08 Tax Lot 1900) Via Fixed Price Sale. C. A Resolution Renaming Civic Park to Henry "Hank" Williams Park Park Planner Dave Jacob presented a resolution to rename Civic Park to Henry "Hank" Williams Park in honor of former Mayor Williams who served for 22 years. This proposal came after public input indicated a preference to maintain the name of Twin Creeks Park, which was initially considered for renaming. The Parks and Recreation Commission recommended approval of this alternative. Docusign Envelope ID: EB876E82-35D8-46B4-989F-D6B125597965 Central Point City Council February 12, 2026 Meeting Page 5 of 7 Motion: Approve Moved By: Rob Hernandez Seconded by: Neil Olsen Roll Call: Members Taneea Browning, Rob Hernandez, Neil Olsen, Brian Whitaker, Michael Quilty, Sarah Roberts voted yes. Rob Hernandez moved to adopt Resolution No. 1859, renaming Civic Park to Henry “Hank” Williams Park. D. A Resolution Naming the Bandshell at Twin Creeks Park as the "Mike Parsons Memorial Bandshell" Park Planner Dave Jacob presented a resolution to name the bandshell at Twin Creeks Park as the "Mike Parsons Memorial Bandshell" in recognition of former City Councilor Parsons' extensive public service and community involvement. The Parks and Recreation Commission recommended approval. Motion: Approve Moved By: Michael Quilty Seconded by: Sarah Roberts Roll Call: Members Taneea Browning, Rob Hernandez, Neil Olsen, Brian Whitaker, Michael Quilty, Sarah Roberts voted yes. Michael Quilty moved to adopt Resolution No. 1860 naming the bandshell at Twin Creeks Park as the “Mike Parsons Memorial Bandshell”. E. Resolution of Intent to Initiate Amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and Title 17 of Central Point Municipal Code Community Planner III Justin Gindlesperger presented a resolution declaring the Council's intent to proceed with updates to the comprehensive plan and zoning code. These updates will incorporate wetlands and riparian corridor inventories that were started in 2023, using the state's "safe harbor" approach. Motion: Approve Moved By: Sarah Roberts Seconded by: Michael Quilty Roll Call: Members Taneea Browning, Rob Hernandez, Neil Olsen, Brian Whitaker, Michael Quilty, Sarah Roberts voted yes. Docusign Envelope ID: EB876E82-35D8-46B4-989F-D6B125597965 Central Point City Council February 12, 2026 Meeting Page 6 of 7 Sarah Roberts moved to approve Resolution No. 1861, A Resolution of Intent to initiate amendments to the Environmental Management Element of the Comprehensive Plan and Title 17 of the Central Point Municipal Code. 10 Mayor’s Report The Mayor reported on her attendance at a Youth Council development meeting at the high school, where students are finalizing communication plans and learning about project implementation complexities. She also attended a joint study session, SOREDI board meeting, Denim and Diamonds event, and a CIS County Insurance special board meeting. 11 City Manager’s Report The City Manager, Chris Clayton, reported on a lunch meeting with Fire District 3 Chief Mike Hussey, who will present to Council in March. He mentioned progress on selling the old public works facility, purchasing ODOT property along Bear Creek, discussions about the Tolo area industrial park near exit 35, and upcoming police negotiations starting March 3rd. He also noted work on a GIS system RFP following Mike's retirement. 12 Council Reports Council members reported on various meetings and activities, including the Denim and Diamonds event, airport advisory committee, water commission board meeting, and MPO meeting. 13 Department Reports The Police Chief Scott Logue reported on the completion of a comprehensive evidence room review with no issues and noted only six use of force incidents for all of 2025. The Parks and Public Works Director Matt Samitore reported progress on the Twin Creeks cat situation, the growing popularity of a mahjong class at the recreation department, receipt of a grant for environmental restoration at Creekside, and upcoming Crest Waterline bid documents. Docusign Envelope ID: EB876E82-35D8-46B4-989F-D6B125597965 Central Point City Council February 12, 2026 Meeting Page 7 of 7 The Planning Director Stephanie Powers reported on an upcoming joint meeting between the Planning Commission and Citizens Advisory Committee and the approval of the Cartiva car dealership site plan. 14 Adjournment Neil Olsen moved to adjourn, all said aye and the meeting was adjourned at 7:10 pm. The foregoing minutes of the February 12, 2026, Council meeting were approved by the City Council at its meeting of February 26, 2026. Dated: _________________________ Mayor Taneea W. Browning ATTEST: __________________________ City Recorder Docusign Envelope ID: EB876E82-35D8-46B4-989F-D6B125597965 2/26/2026